Tractor Catches Fire in Kangasala, Completely Destroyed
A moving tractor caught fire and was completely destroyed on Thursday evening in Kangasala; the blaze disrupted traffic on Pakkalantie near the Ahotien junction and the cause is unknown.
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New Book on Ancient Garments Debuts at Vapriikki
A medieval costume day is held at Vapriikki this Saturday. On the same day, the release of Muinaispuvuista silkkimyssyihin, a book on Pirkanmaa’s ancient textiles, is announced.
Politics
Tamperelainen MP Warns Rural Finland Must Thrive
Tampere-based Christian Democrat MP Sari Tanus warns that rural Finland must be actively supported and not treated as an occasionally open local history museum, in response to a newly released rural policy statement.
Politics
Tampere Announces Foreign Student Tuition Fees Up to 102,300 Euros
Tampere will start charging tuition for third-country students at Tredu and local upper secondary schools next autumn, with rates up to 102,300 euros for the forestry degree.
Politics
Tampere to launch anonymous racism-reporting channel by summer
According to the City of Tampere, a new anonymous channel for reporting racist incidents across city services, venues and public transport will open by summer.
Mauri Peltokangas Fined 60 Days for Gross Endangerment of Traffic Safety
Finns Party MP Mauri Peltokangas has been fined 60 days' fines totaling 5,400 euros for gross endangerment of traffic safety after speeding to 135 km/h in an 80 km/h zone in Ylöjärvi.
Politics
Oikeuspalveluvirasto to close over 100 offices nationwide
Oikeuspalveluvirasto plans to close more than 100 offices across Finland, shrinking its network from 158 to 38 by 2027 and concentrating services in Helsinki, Tampere, Turku, Oulu, Jyväskylä, Lahti, Kuopio and Joensuu. The reform would also affect staffing, with 81 percent of the soon-to-be-closed offices currently without staff.
Visit Tampere appoints Pitkämäki to lead Moomin project
Visit Tampere announced that Heidi Pitkämäki will become the project director for Tampere’s Moomin project, starting April 1, with the leadership post running temporarily through the end of 2027 as part of Tampere’s strategy to establish Tampere as the international home for the Moomins. She moves from Tampereen Messut where she led brand and communications and oversaw a wide corporate brand overhaul. Pitkämäki previously served as marketing manager at Ratina Shopping Centre, where she was responsible for the launch and overall marketing.
Transport
Lentävänniemi Tram Helps Nysse Reach 55.8 Million Journeys in 2025
Passenger journeys on Nysse reached 55.8 million in 2025 after the Lentävänniemi tram opened, and customer satisfaction remained high, the City of Tampere review says.
Franz biopic by Agnieszka Holland hits Finnish cinemas April 2
Franz, a biographical film about Franz Kafka directed by Agnieszka Holland, will premiere nationwide in Finnish cinemas on April 2.
Development
New prison wings to house 180 inmates in Helsinki and Kylmäkoski
New prison wings to house 180 inmates are being built in Helsinki and Kylmäkoski, with construction starting in May and completion planned by the end of the year.
Politics
Orivesi Rejects Lithium Mining Near Eräjärvi
Orivesi rejects Battery 3 Finland's lithium mining plan near Eräjärvi, saying the site lies in inhabited areas and is central to nature, tourism and livelihoods; the company already has one permit and a second application is pending as the city appeals to Hämeenlinna Administrative Court.
Transport
Tampere Public Transport Reports 2025 Growth and Financial Balance
Tampere Public Transport (Nysse) released its 2025 annual report, confirming continued growth, proactive financial balancing, and service developments that include the Lentävänniemi tram and Hiedanranta interchange, with 55.8 million passenger journeys in 2025.
Transport
Nyssen 2025 Annual Report Published – Growth Continues, Finances Balanced Proactively
Nyssen announced that its 2025 annual report shows continued growth and proactive financial balancing, with 55.8 million journeys recorded in 2025. According to Tamperelainen, the Tampere region’s public transport operator posted a 2.1 million euro operating surplus in 2025, and annual revenues topped the plan by 2.4 million euros, driven by higher fare income, municipal contributions, and Kelan support for school transport tickets, with passenger numbers continuing to rise. The report also notes 0.4 million euros in operating costs above budget, largely due to overruns in the tram alliance order, while gross and net investments finished about 0.03 million euros under plan, financing long-term purchases in ticketing, payments, and information systems.
Mercedes-Benz Highlights 300 SL Anniversary, Tampere FIVA Event, F1 Role
Mercedes-Benz is highlighting its heritage in Finland with the 300 SL’s 74th anniversary, the Himoksen gathering in Jämsä, and the FIVA World Event 2026 in Tampere, while reaffirming its status as the largest engine supplier in Formula 1.
Classic Mercedes-Benz Cars Take Center Stage at Finnish Summer Events
Mercedes-Benz will highlight historic milestones and two major Finnish summer events, including the 74th anniversary of the 300 SL's debut. The brand will also co-host the FIVA World Event 2026 in Tampere.
Politics
Tax Administration Tightens Lunch Benefit, Hurting Shift Workers
The Tax Administration's new guidelines limit lunch vouchers to store-made meals or assembled salads, excluding ready-made salads and fruits, creating hardship for shift workers.
Sean Ricks Directs Mika Myllylä Documentary Ahead of 2027 Release
Sean Ricks is directing a Mika Myllylä documentary for a 2027 Finnish release. The film will feature intimate home-video footage to portray the skier as both an elite athlete and a devoted father.
Development
Tampere Tram Expansion Boosts Biodiversity With Meadow Strips
Tampere's tram expansion is being tracked for biodiversity, with the first interim assessment showing improvements and plans to plant about 900 street trees and 1,400 metres of meadow strips.
Sports
Rautiainen Breaks 70-Point Barrier, NHL Hype Grows
Tappara forward Rautiainen breaks the 70-point barrier this season, fueling early NHL hype around the 20-year-old Tampere star.